For everyday, emergency or liferaft use, the Echomax EM12 is a popular corner 12inch (30cm) ball radar reflector. The RORC recommend a mounting height of 4 metres above sea level or as high as possible on small craft. Mounted in the catch rain position (recommended), with the open corners facing the horizon and at a mounted height of 10-35 feet, it will give an approximate radar response between 4-7 nautical miles. In the catch rain position the EM12 gives a maximum Radar Cross Sectional area of 5.57m2 and an average RCS of 1.77m2.
o Meets ISAF rules 2015 and on USCG approved radar reflector list
o Supplied as a flat pack for quick assembly and immediate use (mount not included)
o Packed dimensions: 33cm x 33cm
o Weight: 730gms